Riders, Teams Sought for R2D2 Ride

Word is getting around the local cycling community that the Ride to Defeat Diabetes (R2D2) is not only a fun ride for families and teams, but it supports a great cause, according to Ken McCollum, vice president, Human Resources for NorthBay Healthcare.

It's also held at a good time of year, in early fall. Cooler weather is especially attractive for those who prefer the challenge of a 60-mile ride.

Either way, the 3rd Annual Ride to Defeat Diabetes should offer good weather and plenty of family-friendly camaraderie, all wrapped up in a healthy, fun way to exercise while raising awareness of Solano County's diabetes crisis. Funds raised during the event benefit the NorthBay Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology.

The 3rd Annual R2D2 is set for Sunday, October 5, and has three separate rides: an easy 10-mile ride to the unincorporated area of Elmira, and 25-mile and 60-mile rides for more serious cyclists. All will start from NorthBayVacaValley Hospital, 1000 Nut Tree Road in Vacaville.

Anyone wishing to volunteer on the day of the event is encouraged to sign up at the R2D2 website at www.northbay.org/r2d2, says Ken.

The 60-mile ride departs at 7:30 a.m., the 25-mile ride at 9 a.m., and the 10-mile ride will depart at 10 a.m.

The 10-mile ride is free for children age 12 and others will register for $10. There is a $25 registration fee for the 25-mile ride, and the 60-mile ride registration fee is $35. T-shirts, a raffle ticket, lunch and refreshments will be provided for registered riders.